This privacy policy applies between you (the "User") and Sam Taylor Carpentry, a sole trader based in Guernsey. We take the privacy and protection of your personal data seriously and are committed to safeguarding your rights under The Data Protection (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2017 (“Data Protection Law”).

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Definitions

• “Personal Data”: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
• “We”, “Us”, “Our”: Sam Taylor Carpentry, based at La Mouette, Goldcrest Avenue, Vale, GY6 8HP.
• “Website”: https://samtaylorcarpentry.gg and any associated subdomains.
• “You”, “User”: Any third party accessing the Website who is not employed by us or providing services to us in the course of their duties.

2. Contact Information

Sam Taylor Carpentry

La Mouette, Goldcrest Avenue, Vale, GY6 8HP

Tel: 07839 701991

Email: email@samtaylorcarpentry.gg

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

• Identity data: First and last name(s)
• Contact data: Email address, phone number
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, usage data (collected automatically via cookies or analytics tools)

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your data in the following ways:

a) Data You Provide Directly

When you:

• Contact us via the website, phone, post or email
• Make an enquiry or request a service

b) Data Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect technical data such as:

• Your IP address
• Browser type and version
• Time and date of access
• Pages visited and interaction data

This helps us improve our website’s performance and user experience.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Your consent (e.g. submitting an enquiry form)
• Performance of a contract or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests (e.g. improving our website or marketing relevant services)

6. Use of Your Data

We use your data to:

• Respond to your enquiries
• Provide services you have requested
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain internal records
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

7. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

• Employees, subcontractors, or consultants working with us
• Professional advisers (e.g. accountants, legal advisors)
• Third parties assisting in website hosting or analytics (under strict data protection agreements)

We do not sell or rent your personal data to any third party.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

Note: Some data may remain on backup systems for a limited period for legal or administrative purposes.

9. Data Security

We implement technical and organisational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

If you suspect any misuse of your data or security breach, please contact us immediately.

For general guidance on protecting your data, visit www.getsafeonline.org.

10. Your Rights

Under Guernsey law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict how your data is used
• Object to processing, particularly where we rely on legitimate interest
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise these rights, contact us at email@samtaylorcarpentry.gg

11. Supervisory Authority

If you are unhappy with how we have handled your data, you may lodge a complaint with:

Office of the Data Protection Authority (ODPA)

www.odpa.gg

12. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and collect analytics data. Please see our Cookie Policy for full details (or let us know if you’d like help drafting one).

13. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the content or data practices of these websites. Please read their privacy policies separately.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page. Continued use of the website indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.